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Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views

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Amazing views
Outdoor dining
Room
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Culburra Beach, NSW
  • Place, Wollumboola Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Culburra Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Penguin Head Lookout
    ‪26 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views

2022 Award Winner - Highest Performing - 2 Bedroom

Roll up to a two-storey seafoam coloured house on a beautiful lawn and prepare for the cosiest beach holiday of your life. Nestled between Warrain Beach and Wollumboola Lake, just a one-minute stroll from either, Arklow will be the port of call for your family throughout your stay. Whether you’re looking for fun, adventure or relaxation, Arklow will provide everything you could need.

With room for up to six and a spacious backyard filled with gorgeous trees and greenery, this bright beach house welcomes families and their pets to spread out. Relax on the deck outside with a glass of wine and enjoy your own view of the ocean or kick back on the couch with Netflix, listen to some tunes, or reconnect the family over a well-contested board game.

When it’s time to stretch your legs, explore the most beautiful locale in Australia and sink your toes into the golden sands of one of the South Coast’s finest beaches where you can swim, surf, boogie board or just float under blue skies in crystal clear waters with the kids and four-legged friends tiring themselves out in the waves. Come home to rinse off in the outdoor heated shower or the indoor rain shower, and at night enjoy dinner cooked in the outdoor woodfire oven and take in the stars. Settle in for the night in comfort before waking up to a complimentary espresso coffee at the breakfast bar to do it all over again at Arklow.

Important Information:

- A small amount from every booking is donated to local charities — a booking with Professional Holiday Homes supports local communities.
- We supply a number of basic pantry items at each property. We are, however, unable to guarantee the availability of all pantry items. 3 toilet rolls are supplied per bathroom. You may wish to bring additional supplies with you.
- Internet in regional areas can be inconsistent and uninterrupted supply is not guaranteed. We will not provide compensation for failure or unexpected unavailability of internet services.
- Whilst the majority of properties provide access to streaming services, guests may be required to log in via their own accounts.
- Bathroom is on bottom floor only
- The property is not fully fenced, pets and children should be supervised
- We welcome responsible guests that will not cause disturbance to our neighbours.
- For our pet friendly properties, pets are welcome inside but not on furniture or beds (please bring a blanket).
- After booking you must sign a rental agreement. Please contact us prior to booking if you'd like to view a copy.
- No schoolies, parties, bucks or hens groups are permitted.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max 8 adults unless a family group comprising adults & kids.
We welcome responsible guests that will not cause disturbance to our neighbours. No schoolies, parties, bucks or hens groups are permitted.

Important information

You need to know

Property registration number PID-STRA-355
Property # 9514684
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Culburra Beach

Located in Culburra Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Nowra Museum and Meroogal are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Stockland Nowra and Vincentia Shopping Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Nowra Aquatic Park and Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Wollumboola Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Culburra Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Culburra Beach Sunrise Walk - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Jervis Bay - 14 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Hyams Beach - 44 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 38 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Callala Family Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Heads Hotel - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fishwicks - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views on 18 July 2026 start from NZ$279, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arklow - Pet Friendly with Ocean Views located?

This family-friendly Culburra Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Wollumboola Lake and Culburra Beach. Penguin Head Lookout and Culburra Beach Sunrise Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, very quiet with great view from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Thank you for your rating. We’re pleased to see you had such a positive experience and appreciate you taking the time to share it. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
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8/10 Good

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
Thank you for the 8/10 rating. We’re pleased to hear you had such a positive stay and that the property met your expectations. We appreciate you choosing Professional Holiday Homes and would be happy to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to the beach and short drive to local shops. Clean and relaxing holiday rental, we will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2026
Thank you for your review and the perfect 10/10 rating. We’re pleased to know you had a great stay. We appreciate you choosing Professional Holiday Homes and hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Lovely cute beach house
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2026
Thank you for your review and the 8/10 rating. We’re pleased to hear you had a good stay. We appreciate you choosing Professional Holiday Homes and hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jono H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and pizza oven were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for your review—glad to hear you enjoyed the location and made good use of the pizza oven! We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rong Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apart from the main bedroom's light switch was broken, everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Thank you for the 10/10 rating—we're pleased to hear you had a great stay overall. We'll have the light switch in the main bedroom checked and resolved promptly. Appreciate you flagging it, and we’d be happy to welcome you back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ziad A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
House was well-equipped, with bbq area and a large yard for the kids to play in. However, overall cleanliness could have been better. The bathroom had an unpleasant odour, particularly near the toilet pan, and did not appear to have been thoroughly cleaned. Floor (vinyl) throughout the house also had not been thoroughly cleaned. House had a mouldy / musky smell that was quite powerful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for noting that the home was well equipped and suited to families. Cleanliness concerns and odours are matters that must be reported immediately on arrival so they can be inspected and rectified during the stay. Our terms require guests to notify us on the day an issue is identified to allow us the opportunity to address it in-house. Issues raised after departure cannot be verified or resolved at the time. As outlined in our booking terms, while properties are professionally cleaned between stays, we cannot guarantee the complete absence of residual odours, dust, or environmental factors, particularly in coastal homes where humidity can contribute to musty smells. Your comments have been noted for internal review. If a higher level of presentation or hotel-style cleaning standards are essential, we recommend selecting accommodation that explicitly advertises premium servicing or daily housekeeping for future stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach location

Great property. Very dog friendly. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
Thank you—glad to hear you enjoyed the property and that it suited your dog as well. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute beach house in a great location. Perfect for a couple of nights away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront accommodation

Nice beach stay. Directly across the road from beach and 2 min drive to shops and bowling club.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2023
Thanks for leaving us a review. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay, we love it there too. Come down again soon, we’ll always be happy to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect pet friendly beach location

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend in this beach house. Perfect place for a pet friendly vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2022
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and its proximity to the beach, nothing’s better than the sound of waves with an added bonus of having your pets to enjoy it with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Go with the flow at Arklow

Awesome sweet little house! Great for a little family getaway dog included! Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for leaving a lovely review, we’re so glad you and your four-legged family member had a wonderful stay. We hope to see you all again with us soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Reeve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arklow

Property was easy to access with clear instructions and good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that the access instructions were clear and that you found the amenities to your satisfaction. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

With the lake open this was a perfect place to stay as there were great swimming opportunities just across the road. The accomodation and facilities were great. Steep stairs maybe difficult for some. Culburra Beach and surrounds we’re lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2023
We’re happy to hear you had a lovely stay, and can’t wait to have you back with us on your next holiday.
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

House is in a great location. Fabulous example of a beach house with an upgraded kitchen. Very happy with the pantry items which were provided.My wife would have liked a hair dryer. Another power point in the bedroom to avoid several powerboardds would be good
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the great location, upgraded kitchen, and well-stocked pantry. We appreciate your suggestions about the hair dryer and additional power points, and we’ll take them into consideration for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream location

We loved staying here, the lake and beach was the best, with the range of birdlife a definite plus. the house and property was as described and very comfortable. I would come back again. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2023
Thanks for leaving us a review. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay, we love it there too. Come down again soon, we’ll always be happy to have you.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ian M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very disappointed in property!I should have made sure the reviews were more recent, to see if reviews reflect the style of house. Grounds unkept, very over grown and messy. I know bathroom was stated as downstairs, however very awkward to go up and down the stairs. I suppose at nearly 300 a night this is what you can expect! We have been coming down in these areas for years and I must say this choice has been very regrettable and the worst we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the property wasn’t to your taste, though the home is accurately presented in our photos and description, including the bathroom location and layout details. The gardens are maintained regularly, but as with all coastal homes, seasonal growth can be rapid between services. Pricing reflects both the home’s size and location, which remain very competitive for the area. It sounds as though this property’s rustic coastal style may not have suited your preferences, so we’d recommend browsing our newer or more modern listings next time to ensure a better fit for your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet village

Not much to do when the weather’s bad, but certainly chilled and quiet area. Small creaky stairs down to the bathroom was not ideal for older holidayers. Small place but fabulous reno
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2022
Thank you for leaving a review. The weather has been extreme for NSW and I'm glad that you found time to Chill and relax. We hope to have you holidaying with us again, hopefully, the weather will be better for you next time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend Getaway

Property location you could not fault, BUT the property is a little tired and needs TLC to match the price we paid..Would we go again? Probably.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Hi Jenny, thanks for a great review. Arklow has had some paint work done since you were there, so that should have helped freshen things up.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sienna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay, it was short but sweet. The location was perfect, just a walk away from the beach and close proximity to local shops and cafes. The house was in a quiet and safe area, and we enjoyed sitting on the front balcony the with view of Lake Culburra. Our only complaint would be having the bathroom and the only toilet downstairs. And we found the backyard and outside area not very user friendly. Other than that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the house was clean and well equipped for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jennifer F.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

We had communication error on how to enter so I had to ring agents. The impression was it hadn’t been cleaned in a while. I had a booking for 3 people but only received 2 towels. So another call the next day to get a towel. I emailed the owner and got no response. There was no hair dryer so I had to purchase one.The dishwasher didn’t work and the bbq gas bottle was empty. Will I stay again well that’s a big NO
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations and regret the inconvenience you faced with entry access and supplies. Clear communication is essential, and we’ll work to ensure smoother entry instructions for future guests. Regarding the towels and hair dryer, these should have been in place, and we apologize for any oversight. Our properties are regularly inspected, but we will also review the issues with the dishwasher and gas bottle to prevent such instances from happening again. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention, as it helps us improve. We hope you might consider us again in the future for a better experience.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gayle S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Really disappointing

I addressed the following concerns to the managing agent but there was no response. We arrived to the property to find the grass really overgrown, which we felt was unwelcoming and not at all expected since the nearby homes are all well kept. We are well past the Christmas and New Year season so I don’t think that can be explained. On coming upstairs there was a bag full of rubbish on one of the kitchen chairs and it was quite smelly. There were no spare batteries and the batteries in the air con remote, the main TV remote and the clock were flat. We had to go out to purchase new batteries for all remotes. My partner had to work from home on the Mon-Tues-Wed and had brought his things… eg two good quality computers, which we put on the dining table and could be easily seen from the road, yet we were unable to lock the doors to either verandah in order to go out. This is not ok. We read your reasons for removing the keys but surely a latch or something otherwise would be the minimal expectation? We had other valuables with us and felt very uneasy knowing the house could not be locked. I note that the price of this holiday home per night exceeds what a comfortable hotel would be so we did have some expectations around cleanliness and presentation. I had to do some basic cleaning before we settled in. Could be a lovely holiday property but needs work. Thorough cleaning (cobwebs and thick dust ever-where). Outside furniture is rusted out and again unwelcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2024
We are very sorry to hear you had this issue with your stay and we will pass this on to management and housekeeping staff. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

drina j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach house, pet friendly.

House was great, warm outdoor shower was a bonus. Huge yard although mostly unfenced. Huge front deck with great views and back deck more than doubled the living area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Thank you so much for your feedback on Arklow. We're glad you enjoyed the view
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We are fussy guests, but this definitely passed. Comfy beds, kitchen well equipped, nice furnishing, very comfortable place to be overall. Close to beach, good views, would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2021
It's a cosy little place isn't it David! great location and view! You're welcome back at Arklow any time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great short stay

Nice property, lovely location.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2021
Thank you for the great review. Hearing that you had a wonderful time with us makes us happy. We look forward to the next time you stay with us.

About the host

Hosted by Professional Holiday Homes

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Our name is Professional Holiday Homes and we aim to live up to the word “Professional” in everything we do. The formula for our properties is based on the award winning holiday homes created by our CEO.

Our approach to property management is that we want you to feel that the property is your own for a few days. As such we limit our communications to a few important emails, but otherwise we will leave you alone! If you are looking for a host that provides welcome platters on arrival, champagne in the fridge and who will contact you throughout your stay, we may not be the right host for you.

What you will get from us are well equipped, fairly priced, pet and family friendly holiday homes that are loved by their owners.

We work in a people business and very infrequently things go wrong - if this happens we will do our best to rectify the situation immediately. In busy periods it may take us a few hours to get to messages so picking up the phone is the fastest and best way for us to provide you with the support you need in an urgent situation.

As we are a licensed real estate agent you can be assured that all properties are fully insured, meet fire safety standards and are registered with NSW planning.

Don’t just book any holiday home, choose a Professional Holiday Home!

What makes this property unique

There’s something about this little house that makes you feel at ease. It is fresh, open, breezy and quiet. It
has been beautifully renovated with modern flair but this high set fibro beach shack still holds that kind of
1960's seaside charm that makes you leave your worries behind and live like you’re in a more simple time.

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